1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Legend |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |